Homemade Hamburger Helper Recipe

Name: Homemade Hamburger Helper
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 Tablespoons Chili Powder; 1 Tablespoon Granulated Garlic; 2 Tablespoons Minced Dried Onions; 2 Tablespoons Dried Parsley; 1/2 teaspoons Pepper; 3 Tablespoons Beef Bouillon Granules; 1 Tablespoon Brown Gravy Powder, From A Package Of Brown Gravy Mix; 2 Tablespoons Cornstarch; 2 pounds Lean Ground Beef; 8 ounces, fluid Can Tomato Sauce; 2- 1/2 cups Chicken Stock; 2- 1/2 cups Water, Use 3 Cups If You Like It Really Saucy; 2 cups Elbow Macaroni

Servings: persons

2 Tablespoons Chili Powder
1 Tablespoon Granulated Garlic
2 Tablespoons Minced Dried Onions
2 Tablespoons Dried Parsley
1/2 teaspoons Pepper
3 Tablespoons Beef Bouillon Granules
1 Tablespoon Brown Gravy Powder, From A Package Of Brown Gravy Mix
2 Tablespoons Cornstarch
2 pounds Lean Ground Beef
8 ounces, fluid Can Tomato Sauce
2- 1/2 cups Chicken Stock
2- 1/2 cups Water, Use 3 Cups If You Like It Really Saucy
2 cups Elbow Macaroni

1
In a bowl mix all of the spices, bouillon granules, gravy powder and cornstarch and set aside.
2
In a large pan or stock pot brown ground beef on medium high until completely cooked.
3
Add the spice mix and stir to coat the meat.
4
Add the tomato sauce and stir to combine.
5
Add the chicken stock and water (2-1/2 cups but up to 3 total if you like it really saucy) and mix well.
6
Add the macaroni and stir to combine.
7
Bring to a boil then reduce to a simmer and cook, covered, for 15 minutes or until the pasta is tender.
8
Be sure to stir every few minutes so the pasta doesnt stick to the bottom of the pan.
9
Serve with bread and a salad.
10
Yummy!
11
Serves 8 or more depending on your appetite.
12
Enjoy!
13
If you want to only serve 4 6 Here are the reductions: use only 1 pound of ground beef; only 2 cups water; only 2 cups chicken stock; and only 1-1/2 cups elbow macaroni.
14
Everything else stays the same.

737

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 Tablespoons Chili Powder, 1 Tablespoon Granulated Garlic, 2 Tablespoons Minced Dried Onions, 2 Tablespoons Dried Parsley, and more.

Yes, Homemade Hamburger Helper falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Homemade Hamburger Helper

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Variations & substitutions

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